Best Bets

Food. Shopping. Nightlife. And More.

Perfect picks for that night out, dinner date, family fun or just whatever.

Enjoy Our Favorite Finds

We're all busy, right? So little time and so many options.

And it seems like every time we step outside there's a new restaurant to try, new business to visit or new boutique to browse. So we've opted to help get you to the right destination.

Let this be your guide to the best of everything in Green Country including selections for dining, entertainment, places to take a date, stuff to do with children and more. Every year, these lists help visitors and residents alike identify the many wonderful things to see, do, eat and drink in the 918.

Our lists give props to everything from established favorites and buzz-worthy newbies to where to find a solid cocktail and where to dress up your wardrobe. For foodies, we’ve found the delectable best in bites and beverages, from brunch spots and burgers to steak and sushi.

The top picks are based on reader feedback and a lot of time tasting, debating, browsing, discussing, sipping and sampling. We hope you agree.

Food Fiesta

Northeastern Oklahoma has a fantastic Mexican restaurant scene, especially in its variety of regional specialties. From tacos to tamales and all sorts of enchiladas in between, these 38 south-of-the-border spots serve some of Green Country’s top eats.

Cherry Bomb

Some of Tulsa’s best restaurants and bars are found in the Cherry Street District. Come explore a foodie’s playground and experience an incredible range of epicurean delights all within a few enchanting blocks.

Chew on This

While other parts of Tulsa, especially its historic downtown, have had to contend with the effects of growing popularity, the Brookside District has somehow managed to keep much of its traditional charm and way of life, while also being an inviting area for restauranteurs to give it a go.

What’s at Steak

As much as Green Country loves barbecue and comfort food, this is a steak state. The history of our steakhouses runs deep, and the genre continues to grow and evolve with varied takes on prep and presentation.

Game Changers

If you can't make it to the NCAA tournament, one of the best places to watch the games is in a sports bar or restaurant with multiple television screens, good food and drink, and a lively crowd supporting different teams.

Comfort Zone

Comfort foods generally epitomize home cooking and are not likely to win any accolades from nutritionists and dietitians. But sometimes a salad just won’t cut it when you need to satisfy your belly in the winter months.

Whole Latte Love

The world is obsessed with the coffee bean, and those in the 918 are no different. From hand-roasted beans and scene-stealing décor to comfy seating and a plethora of power outlets, these 25 destinations are in a class of their own.

Breadwinners

Ranging from traditional basics to the truly unique, we’ve found 48 of the best things to happen to the 918 since sliced bread. Are you ready to revisit that most classic of American food groups — the sandwich?

A Wing Thing

Whether fried, battered, smoked, naked or slathered in sauce, chicken wings are the perfect food staple for the big game or a quick bite. We’ve found the 30 worthiest wings joints in the 918. Stock up on wet wipes.

What’s for Breakfast?

Scoop Dreams

With inventive selections, fruity flavors, and old-school favorites, we’ve journeyed outside the freezer and found the 918’s best gelatos, malts, shakes, cones, shaved ice, pints and sundaes. And our list is anything but vanilla.

Off the Hook

Hot Potatoes

In all their crunchy, salty, starchy greatness, our 20 favorite french fry offerings are served in a variety of presentations from curly, thin, thick and sweet to primed for dipping or dressed up with rosemary, sage and truffle oil.

Chill Out

With things heating up outside, it’s time to start enjoying food and drinks on Green Country’s many patio spots. Enjoy this list of beautiful, hip and casual outside spots where you can people watch, catch a great view, visit with pals or spend time with that special someone.

All-American Eats

Settle into a booth at one of our 28 favorite Fonz-approved places that pour unlimited cups of coffee, serve sumptuous comfort-food staples, dish out a relaxing vibe and provide a square meal for a fair dollar.

Macaroni Masterpieces

Put down that Kraft box and check out the 918’s best spots for tantalizing (and powder-free) mac and cheese dishes, with nuances ranging from pork belly and bits of bacon to crunchy breadcrumb toppings and fitting as many gooey cheese as possible into a single batch.

Roll Call

Whether you’re craving a melt-in-your-mouth morsel of traditionally prepared tuna sashimi or over-the-top fusion fun at a hip izakaya, you can find some of the most exciting (and delicious) sushi available without a passport right here in the 918.

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